Sunday, 27 November 2011

Furosemida Denver Farma




Furosemida Denver Farma may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Furosemida Denver Farma



Furosemide

Furosemide is reported as an ingredient of Furosemida Denver Farma in the following countries:


  • Argentina

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Cefuroksim




Cefuroksim may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Cefuroksim



Cefuroxime

Cefuroxime is reported as an ingredient of Cefuroksim in the following countries:


  • Serbia

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Saturday, 26 November 2011

Duovent




Duovent may be available in the countries listed below.


UK matches:

  • Duovent UDVs (SPC)

Ingredient matches for Duovent



Fenoterol

Fenoterol hydrobromide (a derivative of Fenoterol) is reported as an ingredient of Duovent in the following countries:


  • Belgium

  • Canada

  • Ireland

  • Italy

  • Luxembourg

  • Singapore

  • United Kingdom

Ipratropium

Ipratropium Bromide is reported as an ingredient of Duovent in the following countries:


  • Canada

  • Ireland

  • Italy

  • Luxembourg

  • Singapore

  • United Kingdom

Ipratropium Bromide monohydrate (a derivative of Ipratropium Bromide) is reported as an ingredient of Duovent in the following countries:


  • Belgium

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

SPC Summary of Product Characteristics (UK)

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Thursday, 24 November 2011

Timolo




Timolo may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Timolo



Timolol

Timolol maleate (a derivative of Timolol) is reported as an ingredient of Timolo in the following countries:


  • India

International Drug Name Search

Tuesday, 22 November 2011

Be-Tabs Prednisone




Be-Tabs Prednisone may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Be-Tabs Prednisone



Prednisone

Prednisone is reported as an ingredient of Be-Tabs Prednisone in the following countries:


  • South Africa

International Drug Name Search

Adco-Vascard




Adco-Vascard may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Adco-Vascard



Nifedipine

Nifedipine is reported as an ingredient of Adco-Vascard in the following countries:


  • South Africa

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Betaglau




Betaglau may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Betaglau



Betaxolol

Betaxolol is reported as an ingredient of Betaglau in the following countries:


  • Portugal

International Drug Name Search

Friday, 18 November 2011

Didrex


Generic Name: benzphetamine (benz FET ah meen)

Brand Names: Didrex


What is benzphetamine?

Benzphetamine is a stimulant that is similar to an amphetamine. Benzphetamine is an appetite suppressant that affects the central nervous system.


Benzphetamine is used togther with diet and exercise to treat obesity (overweight).


Benzphetamine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about benzphetamine?


Benzphetamine can harm an unborn baby or cause birth defects. Do not use benzphetamine if you are pregnant.

Taking benzphetamine together with other diet medications (including medicines available over the counter) can cause a rare fatal lung disorder called pulmonary hypertension. Do not take benzphetamine with any other diet medications without your doctor's advice.


Benzphetamine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of benzphetamine.

Benzphetamine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.


Benzphetamine may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Never share benzphetamine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Benzphetamine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking benzphetamine?


Do not use benzphetamine if you have taken an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Serious, life threatening side effects can occur if you use benzphetamine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body.

Taking benzphetamine together with other diet medications (including medicines available over the counter) can cause a rare fatal lung disorder called pulmonary hypertension. Do not take benzphetamine with any other diet medications without your doctor's advice.


You should not take benzphetamine if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

  • coronary artery disease (hardening of the arteries);




  • heart disease, heart rhythm disorder;




  • severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure;




  • overactive thyroid;




  • glaucoma;




  • if you are pregnant;




  • if you have a history of drug or alcohol abuse; o




  • if you have used any other diet pills within the past year.



If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a benzphetamine dose adjustment or special tests:



  • high blood pressure;




  • diabetes; or




  • a thyroid disorder.




FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can harm an unborn baby or cause birth defects. Do not use benzphetamine if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use effective birth control while you are using this medication. Benzphetamine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while taking benzphetamine. Do not give this medication to a child younger than 12 years old. Benzphetamine may be habit-forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Never share benzphetamine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it.

How should I take benzphetamine?


Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.


Benzphetamine is usually taken once each day, mid-morning or mid-afternoon.


Talk with your doctor if you have increased hunger or if you otherwise think the medication is not working properly. Taking more of this medication will not make it more effective and can cause serious, life-threatening side effects.

Benzphetamine should be taken only for a short time, such as a few weeks. Tell your doctor if you have not lost any weight after 4 weeks of treatment.


Benzphetamine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.


Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Benzphetamine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

See also: Didrex dosage (in more detail)

What happens if I miss a dose?


Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of benzphetamine can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include confusion, panic, feeling hostile or aggressive, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, fever, muscle pain or weakness, dark colored urine, irregular heartbeat, weak pulse, slow breathing, feeling light-headed, seizure, or fainting.


What should I avoid while taking benzphetamine?


Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of benzphetamine.

To prevent sleep problems, avoid taking this medication late in the afternoon.


Benzphetamine may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Benzphetamine side effects


Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking benzphetamine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

  • feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;




  • chest pain, feeling like you might pass out;




  • swelling in your ankles or feet;




  • pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;




  • confusion or irritability, unusual thoughts or behavior; or




  • dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure).



Less serious side effects may include:



  • feeling restless or hyperactive;




  • headache, dizziness, tremors;




  • sleep problems (insomnia);




  • increased sweating;




  • dry mouth or an unpleasant taste in your mouth;




  • nausea, diarrhea upset stomach; or




  • skin rash.



This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect benzphetamine?


Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:



  • ammonium chloride, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), K-Phos;




  • blood pressure medications;




  • insulin or oral diabetes medication;




  • sodium bicarbonate, potassium citrate (K-Lyte, Urocit-K), sodium citrate and citric acid (Bicitra, Oracit), or sodium citrate and potassium (Citrolith, Polycitra);




  • a stimulant or ADHD medication such as amphetamine salt combination (Adderall), dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), or methylphenidate (Ritalin); or




  • an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip), doxepin (Sinequan), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others.



This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with benzphetamine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.



More Didrex resources


  • Didrex Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Didrex Dosage
  • Didrex Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Drug Images
  • Didrex Drug Interactions
  • Didrex Support Group
  • 3 Reviews for Didrex - Add your own review/rating


  • Didrex Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Didrex Consumer Overview

  • Didrex Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information

  • Didrex MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Benzphetamine Prescribing Information (FDA)



Compare Didrex with other medications


  • Obesity


Where can I get more information?


  • Your pharmacist can provide more information about benzphetamine.

See also: Didrex side effects (in more detail)


Wednesday, 16 November 2011

Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets


Pronunciation: kla-RITH-roe-MYE-sin
Generic Name: Clarithromycin
Brand Name: Biaxin XL


Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets are used for:

Treating infections caused by certain bacteria.


Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets are a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth or killing bacteria sensitive to macrolide antibiotics.


Do NOT use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets or to any other macrolide antibiotic (eg, erythromycin)

  • you have had liver problems or yellowing of the skin or eyes caused by previous use of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets

  • you are taking alfuzosin, astemizole, cabazitaxel, cisapride, conivaptan, diltiazem, docetaxel, dofetilide, dronedarone, eletriptan, an ergot alkaloid (eg, dihydroergotamine, ergotamine), lovastatin, lurasidone, nilotinib, pimozide, propafenone, quinupristin/dalfopristin, ranolazine, romidepsin, salmeterol, silodosin, simvastatin, tamsulosin, terfenadine, tetrabenazine, ticagrelor, tolvaptan, or toremifene

  • you have kidney or liver problems and you are also taking colchicine

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.



Before using Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets:


Some medical conditions may interact with Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:


  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

  • if you have a certain blood disorder (eg, porphyria), kidney problems, liver problems, or myasthenia gravis

  • if you have an ileostomy or a colostomy, or a condition that shortens the amount of time that it takes for food to move through your stomach or bowel

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Many prescription and nonprescription medicines (eg, used for allergies, anxiety, asthma or other breathing problems, blood thinning, cancer, decreased blood clot formation, diabetes, enlarged prostate, erectile dysfunction, gout, heart problems, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high prolactin levels, HIV, immune system suppression, infections, inflammation, irregular heartbeat, malaria, mental or mood problems, migraines, nausea and vomiting, pain, parathyroid problems, pulmonary arterial hypertension [PAH], overactive bladder, seizures, sleep, stomach or bowel problems, Tourette syndrome, and other conditions), multivitamin products, and herbal or dietary supplements (eg, herbal teas, coenzyme Q10, garlic, ginseng, ginkgo, St. John's wort) may interact with Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets, increasing the risk of side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.


How to use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets:


Use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Take Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets by mouth with food.

  • Swallow Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.

  • If you are also taking zidovudine, do not take it within 2 hours before or after Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets.

  • Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets works best if it is taken at the same time each day.

  • To clear up your infection completely, take Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.

  • Do not miss any doses. If you miss a dose of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets.



Important safety information:


  • Be sure to use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.

  • Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).

  • Long-term or repeated use of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.

  • Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.

  • Severe and sometimes fatal liver problems have been reported with Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets. This has usually been reversible when the medicine is stopped. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor. Tell your doctor right away if you experience symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes; dark urine; pale stools; severe or persistent nausea, loss of appetite, or stomach pain; unusual tiredness).

  • Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.

  • Diabetes patients - Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets may rarely affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.

  • Tell your doctor if you notice tablets of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets in your stool.

  • There have been reports of tooth discoloration with the use of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets. This has usually been reversible with a dental cleaning.

  • There have been reports of hearing loss with Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets, usually in elderly women. This has usually been reversible. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets are not recommended for use during pregnancy except when no other antibiotic can be used. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets while you are pregnant. It is not known if Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets are found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.


Possible side effects of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:



Abnormal taste; diarrhea; nausea.



Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools; confusion; decreased urination; depression; dizziness; emotional or mood changes; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; loss of taste or sense of smell; muscle weakness; nightmares; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe diarrhea; severe stomach pain/cramps; symptoms of liver problems (eg, yellowing of the skin or eyes; dark urine; pale stools; severe or persistent nausea, loss of appetite, or stomach pain; unusual tiredness); tremor; trouble sleeping.



This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.


See also: Biaxin XL side effects (in more detail)


If OVERDOSE is suspected:


Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting.


Proper storage of Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets:

Store Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a well-closed container. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from light, heat, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Biaxin XL Extended-Release Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.



Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

More Biaxin XL resources


  • Biaxin XL Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Biaxin XL Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Drug Images
  • Biaxin XL Drug Interactions
  • Biaxin XL Support Group
  • 4 Reviews for Biaxin XL - Add your own review/rating


Compare Biaxin XL with other medications


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  • Bronchitis
  • Dental Abscess
  • Helicobacter Pylori Infection
  • Legionella Pneumonia
  • Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare, Prophylaxis
  • Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare, Treatment
  • Mycoplasma Pneumonia
  • Nongonococcal Urethritis
  • Otitis Media
  • Pertussis
  • Pharyngitis
  • Pneumonia
  • Sinusitis
  • Skin and Structure Infection
  • Skin Infection
  • Strep Throat
  • Toxoplasmosis
  • Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Monday, 14 November 2011

Meclozine Hydrochloride




Meclozine Hydrochloride may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Meclozine Hydrochloride



Meclozine

Meclozine Hydrochloride (BANM) is also known as Meclozine (Prop.INN)

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Glossary

BANMBritish Approved Name (Modified)
Prop.INNProposed International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)

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Friday, 4 November 2011

Amitriptinova




Amitriptinova may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Amitriptinova



Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline is reported as an ingredient of Amitriptinova in the following countries:


  • Peru

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Isotretin Sandoz




Isotretin Sandoz may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Isotretin Sandoz



Isotretinoin

Isotretinoin is reported as an ingredient of Isotretin Sandoz in the following countries:


  • Czech Republic

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Asozart




Asozart may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Asozart



Hydralazine

Hydralazine hydrochloride (a derivative of Hydralazine) is reported as an ingredient of Asozart in the following countries:


  • Japan

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Tuesday, 1 November 2011

Fluoxetin Axapharm




Fluoxetin Axapharm may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Fluoxetin Axapharm



Fluoxetine

Fluoxetine hydrochloride (a derivative of Fluoxetine) is reported as an ingredient of Fluoxetin Axapharm in the following countries:


  • Switzerland

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